The U.S. is home to a diverse energy mix that includes coal, natural gas, oil, nuclear, wind and solar. Always a leader in innovation, the U.S. is one of the top solar users in the world – with 18,317 megawatts of solar capacity. In fact, the oldest solar power plant in the world is located right... Read More

What most people don’t know is that many of the consumer products they use and the materials necessary for our transportation, energy and communications systems, rely on rare, hard to find minerals whose names may be totally foreign to them. Rarely will you hear the everyday consumer praising scandium,... Read More

In addition to the distinction of being in the oldest independent coal company in the United States, Westmoreland Coal Company is also a leader in mine reclamation and environmental stewardship. Westmoreland Coal Company and Westmoreland Resource Partners recently announced that their Daron-Consol... Read More

Coal is a key part of America’s energy picture, working alongside natural gas, nuclear power, oil and renewable sources to ensure Americans have access to affordable reliable energy year-round. The U.S.’s diverse energy picture ensures that price increases in any one fuel can be offset by another.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—As voters consider national security issues around Veterans Day, there is broad support for policies that would encourage the use of domestic minerals and energy resources to reduce reliance on imports, enhance reliability, and strengthen national security, according to new polling conducted... Read More

The U.S. mining industry looks forward to working with the Trump administration and the 115th Congress on a wide range of issues of mutual interest. Meeting the needs of the American people cannot be accomplished without a robust mining industry. And a robust mining industry is only possible with reasonable... Read More